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This bierocks recipe is one of my favorite traditional family recipes. It's made with homemade rolls filled with savory cabbage and beef.

Bierocks are a famous German dish consisting of ground hamburger, cabbage, and onion all encased in a sweet bread roll. The combination is amazing!

Had a very satisfying dinner this evening… simple and quick to make and let me tell you my belly is very full indeed after eating this meal. I had intended to make a dessert but in the end I had a handful of wild blueberries.. I always half fill my dinner plate with fresh veg […]

Delicious Kraut Burgers just like mom used to make! Yummy browned ground beef and cabbage surrounded by delicious yeast dough!

The 60’s were my growing into adulthood years. Although I never participated in Woodstock or did the “hippy” thing, I still enjoyed watching the hippy movement from afar. Joe and I lived near San F…

The 60’s were my growing into adulthood years. Although I never participated in Woodstock or did the “hippy” thing, I still enjoyed watching the hippy movement from afar. Joe and I lived near San F…

Veggie Bistro: Veggie Bierocks

Runza Recipe

Today I'm providing another public service announcement for Runza-loving Nebraskans who don't happen to live in Nebraska anymore and can't just drive through the Runza drive-thru on a whim. (My previous public service announcement on how to re-heat frozen Runzas is here.) Last week, I started thinking about Runzas and how good they are. And I realized I didn't have any frozen Runzas in my freezer with which to satisfy my craving. So, I posted a plea on Facebook, asking my Nebraska friends if...

Runzas, rolls or kraut burgers - what do you call them? We call them Runzas - yummy homemade rolls filled with meat and cheese goodness! If you have never had one of these it is

Runzas are a pocket sandwich where a filling of ground beef, cabbage, and onions are baked in a yeasted dough. They are also known as bierocks and krautburgers.

ry these delicious Lentil Runzas for a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food! Filled with a savory mix of lentils, cabbage, and onions, wrapped in soft, fluffy dough, these pockets are perfect for a satisfying meal. Whether you're a vegan, vegetarian, or just looking to add more plant-based options to your diet, this recipe is a must-try. Serve them hot with your favorite condiments or enjoy them plain. Ready in 2 hours, they're ideal for meal prep or a cozy dinner!

Chole Runza is a fusion dish that combines spicy chickpea curry with soft, pillowy bread pockets. The combination of cumin, garam masala, and apple butter creates a flavor-packed filling. This easy recipe guides you through making the dough and filling, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors. Ready for a hearty, vegetarian meal? Try it today

These cruelty-free savory stuffed sandwiches were inspired by the Runzas I grew up eating. Cabbage and onions sauteed with beef, loads of flavor. Usually served with ketchup or bbq sauce for dipping, and oven fries on the side! Sausage instead of beef tastes quite good in this as well.